About Us

Founded in 2015, Humanitarian Institute is an expert Aid and Development training provider offering pre-service and in-service training, support and education programs.

$1 Trillion

The International Development and Humanitarian sector is the 8th largest economy in the world, employing approximately 18 million people across the public, private and civil society sectors.

Pre-service

Humanitarian Institute was born out of dissatisfaction with the preparation, instruction and guidance available to help aspiring Humanitarians build successful international careers. ​Whether you're starting, restarting or wanting to advance your humanitarian career, the Institute provides highly supported, flexible learning options.

As a community of Aid and Development Professionals we're determined to produce the next generation of effective Humanitarian leaders.

90% of current Humanitarians...

Express a desire to see professionalisation of the Aid and Development sectors become a reality.

We motivate you to think critically and be an active participant in the learning process.

Our curricula and support services prepare you for success in your chosen Humanitarian career - blending a thorough understanding of academic principles with innovations in hands-on practical learning.

Are you prepared to make a difference?

The global humanitarian aid work force is growing at 6% per year.

In-service

The world urgently needs new mindsets, skillsets and toolsets to overcome complex global crises. ​We empower leaders and employees of NGOs, corporations, Governments, social enterprises, startups, and others to develop sustainable solutions to humanity’s biggest challenges. ​Our custom-designed and ready-made learning and development solutions for Humanitarian and Development organisations support the achievement of an equitable and abundant future.

The Humanitarian Emergency Response Review...

Highlighted the need to improve professionalism within the sector through increased investment in skills and training.

Aligned to recognised International Humanitarian and Development Competency Frameworks, Humanitarian Institute’s comprehensive range of services and resources builds confidence, competence and capacity of your organisation.

​Through diversified and targeted delivery methodologies we yield better results - learning frameworks include blended, on-the-job learning and other forms of social learning which encourage creativity, innovation and experimentation.